Licensing - applicants and businesses

Licensing Act 2003

The Licensing Act 2003 deals with the licensing of premises and registered clubs where alcohol is sold or supplied, and regulated entertainment or late night refreshment is being provided. In addition to requiring a premises licence for the sale of alcohol, individuals are also required to obtain a personal licence. For application forms and further information please see the following:


The Gambling Act 2005

The Gambling Act 2005 deals with the licensing of premises used for gambling (casinos, betting shops, gaming arcades and bingo halls and such like), the registration of small non commercial lotteries, and permits for gaming machines in pubs and clubs.

For application forms and further information please see the following:


Special Treatment Licensing

Premises within the borough used for Special Treatments such as Massage, Sauna, Sunbeds, and many beauty therapies require a Special Treatment Licence. In addition any therapist employed at a special treatment premises must be registered with the Council. For application forms and further information please click on one of the links below


Other licences and registrations


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